After leading the NFL in field goals made in 2024 and earning his second Pro Bowl and first First-Team All-Pro selection, Chris Boswell had a solid 2025 campaign. Boswell went 42 of 43 on extra points and converted 27 of 32 field goals in the regular season, including 6 for 6 on 20-29 yards, 2 for 4 on 30-39 yards, 10 for 11 on 40-49 yards, and 9 for 11 on 50+ yards, including a career-long of 60 yards. In addition, Boswell made two field goals in the Wild Card.
The 35-year-old enters the final year of his deal and is scheduled to earn a $3.12 million base salary while carrying a $4.72 million cap hit in 2026, per Over The Cap.
Pittsburgh Steelers reveal massive news for 2x-Pro Bowl specialist
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Jan 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers place kicker Chris Boswell (9) kicks a field goal out of the hold by punter Corliss Waitman (3) during the first half of an AFC Wild Card Round game against the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
According to Adam Schefter, the Steelers have re-signed Chris Boswell to a four-year, $28 million contract extension ($7 million annually) per his agency CAA Football. This recent extension ties Boswell with Brandon Aubrey as the highest-paid kicker in NFL history. The two-time Pro Bowler will be under contract through 2030.
Steelers have agreed to terms with K Chris Boswell on a four-year, $28 million extension. The $7 million average per year ties him with Brandon Aubrey for highest paid kicker in NFL history, per CAA Football. Boswell is now locked in with the Steelers through the 2030 season.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 11, 2026
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Nov 17, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers place kicker Chris Boswell (9) kicks a field goal from the hold of punter Corliss Waitman (8) against the Baltimore Ravens during the third quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Chris Boswell and Brandon Aubrey: $7,000,000
Ka’imi Fairbairn: $6,500,000
Harrison Butker: $6,400,000
Jake Elliott: $5,666,667
Cameron Dicker: $5,501,000
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